JOIN US ON OUR MISSION TO BECOME THE #1 RETAIL TRADING PLATFORM IN THE WORLD

Welcome to the dynamic world of NinjaTrader! As an industry-leading trading platform and futures broker, were on a mission to empower traders to take control of their financial destiny. How do we do it? We provide cutting-edge products and services that enhance the trading journey. Whether a seasoned pro or just starting out, NinjaTrader equips traders with award-winning software and brokerage services to navigate the worlds leading financial markets with confidence.

Our growth story is nothing short of exhilarating. Over the last 20 years, NinjaTrader has been dedicated to understanding and supporting traders on their journey toward trading triumph. In the last 5 years alone, our user base has grown by 400% to over 2 million users and we have become the number one rated futures brokerage worldwide.

But were not stopping there. Were constantly evolving, pushing boundaries, and modernizing the futures industry. Our commitment to innovation means users will always have access to dynamic tools, real-time support, and a community of like-minded traders.

So, why work at NinjaTrader? Here, youre not just part of a team; youre part of a movement. We empower employees to reach new heights in their careers by providing a dynamic culture focused on social connection, professional development, and employee recognition initiatives. Sounds too good to be true? Take it from our employees.

Join us as we redefine whats possible in trading, advocate for our customers, and continue our journey toward becoming the worlds top retail-focused trading platform in the world.

What you’ll do:

We are seeking a highly motivated and driven Business Analytics, Sr. Analyst to report to the Director of Business Operations & Strategy and support our Corporate Strategy Department. The Business Analytics team supports Executive Leadership by ensuring they have access to the right data to drive business performance. In this role, you will use a data-driven approach to enhance NinjaTrader’s decision making, improve the understanding of the business and drive strategic insights. This is a highly visible role that offers a unique opportunity to work with cross-functional leadership on business analyses, KPI development and tracking, and analytical deep-dives. From day one, you will be an active participant in tracking business performance that will help NinjaTrader continue to provide a best-in-class offering for its customers. There is opportunity for growth in this role as the team expands within the organization.

In this role, you will:

Develop, track, and monitor KPIs related to the overall business and segment performance relative to internal and external benchmarks
Partner with key business stakeholders to identify, and begin to execute against, opportunities to improve business performance
Influence executive-level stakeholders with detailed data analyses and insights to drive informed business decisions
Build and maintain databases with industry data, research insights, industry landscape developments, and market trends
Conduct in-depth research and business analysis to identify key business trends, threats, and opportunities
Support business stakeholders in the development of business cases
Identify key trends, risks, and opportunities through data, conducting analytical deep-dives on high priority initiatives to support business ambitions

What you’ll need:

2+ years of relevant experience in data analytics, business intelligence, strategy consulting, corporate strategy, business operations or a similar role; Experience in FinTech preferred but not required
Advanced Excel, PowerPoint, SQL, Google Data Studio, and Big Query (or other database tools) required
Advanced analytics skills and ability to conduct deep-dives on business drivers and large datasets
A self-starter with a strong sense of ownership, initiative, and a commitment to excellence. Willingness to work long hours on an as-needed basis

Compensation:

The salary range for this role will be $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 USD. In addition, this position will also receive an annual target bonus of 10%. Bonus pay at NinjaTrader is based on individual performance (50%) as well as company/team performance (50%).

Salary and bonus earnings are only two components of the total compensation package offered by NinjaTrader. NinjaTrader offers a 401K plan through ADP under which the company will match up to 3.5% of employee contributions. Annual PTO allowance begins at 15 days per year (some positions may qualify for more) plus seven paid holidays. Additional details on our total compensation package and benefits are listed below.

Our Core Benefits Include:

Hybrid Schedule with Extra Remote Flexibility (Totaling over 55% remote time)
Generous PTO
7 Paid Holidays Annually + 5 Conditional Holidays Annually
1 Service Day Annually
401k with 3.5% Company Match
Health, Vision, Dental Coverage
Life and Disability Insurance Covered 100% by NinjaTrader
Flexible Spending Accounts for Transit and Parking
Gym Membership

Location: This role is based in Chicago, IL. There may be remote flexibility for exceptional candidates in the following states: California, Colorado, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Minnesota, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, South Carolina, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, New Jersey, Pennsylvania.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.